The Explore Holyoke community events calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city of Holyoke to help plan your visit. You are invited to submit your event. Events encouraged to be submitted are art openings, dance concerts, open mic events, cultural lectures. Events not allowed on the calendar are, political fundraisers, city meetings, daily specials from restaurants and events outside the city of Holyoke.
Join fellow readers for the next book discussion group at Wistariahurst beginning June 10th, 2025. Readers will dive into “We Do This 'Til We Free Us- Abolitionist Organizing and Transforming Justice” by Mariame Kaba. This powerful collection of essays and interviews, woven together by Kaba covers topics including abolition, liberation, and political […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
For kids and their families. Explore a range of topics including turbines, birds, insects, animals, and more. Stay as long or briefly as you like. Find the Park Interpreter at a picnic table along the sidewalk every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday afternoon. Stop by for new hands-on science investigations each […]
Fourth Wednesday Genealogy Labs July 23 & August 27, 2:30-5:00 Come to research in company, seek advice from our two professional genealogists, or share your own progress. Hillary Schau - 2:30-4:30 (general expert help) Iris Alicea Flores 3:00-5:00 (bilingual help and access to Spanish-language sources) In the Computer Classroom of […]
Children, youth & families are invited to Holyoke Rows for fun and relaxing summer evening kayaking, fishing and more! Mondays/ Wednesdays starting July 7-Aug 20 5:30pm-8pm come down to the boathouse for free kayaking, fishing, and more. No registration needed, all equipment & instruction provided. Beginners always welcome. This program […]
Wepa Wednesdays – Salsa & Bachata in Holyoke Join us every Wednesday for Salsa & Bachata lessons (beginner & intermediate) Then dance the night away with the best Latin beats Free Parking Kitchen open till 10PM Affordable Drinks 7:30 PM – Salsa 8:30 PM - Bachata 9:30 PM - 12:30 […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
Join this weekly drawing class for adults! No experience is necessary, so all skill levels are welcome. We'll go over good tools and materials to use, different ways to draw from life, and try fun exercises to help us relax and have fun. $25 per class All materials are included […]
no frills karaoke. We don’t even use capital letters. every thursday at 8:00. you, a microphone, and your destiny. bring your own fame.
Discover how a city originally designed as an industrial mill town is being reimagined. Learn about some innovative businesses and visit some developers that have - and are continuing to - put new life into old buildings. Easy 1-mile walking tour ends at Choo Choo’s take out. Registration requested - […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
A night of experiment music and performance at The Guilded Brick with Dimples and Thérèse on tour from Portland ME and Spain. Local support form Holyoke’s own LOCULUS and It’s Mandy from over the mountain in Easthampton. Doors at 7:30, Performances at 8. Sliding scale $10-$30 at the door.
This unique colorful book includes our Holyoke history, the City Hall dedication, all community events throughout the year, and highlights the Masquerade Ball and the closing of the Time Capsule.
This new indoor club will feature 15 fenced courts, a pro shop, and a snack bar, offering outdoor-style play with indoor benefits. Construction starts soon, with an opening planned for late 2025 near JCPenney.
Wistariahurst offers a wide variety of programs, educational opportunities, and events including workshops, concerts, lectures and demonstrations designed to be of service to and enhance the quality of life of Holyoke residents.
Discover the Pioneer Valley’s top destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Conveniently located off I-91 and I-90, Holyoke Mall offers nearly 150 stores, eateries, and attractions—all in one place!